Training & Nutrition - Proper level of electrolytes in drink

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nesdog
02-20-05, 06:19 PM
I purchased some Hammer Sustained Energy, based on recommendations both here and from the LBS. I notice that it has 112 mg of Sodium per serving. Is that enough, given that I'll take a bar or in organized rides, be sure to have some pretzels, etc? I also bought some Raspberry gel while I was there to try out.

Sheldon
[watching the rain in Socal today]

sspd3933
02-20-05, 10:47 PM
Recent scientific literature suggests sodium concentrations of 680 to 1150 mg/L for prolonged endurance activities. I was having some hydration problems last season and switched to the Power Bar Beverage System and have had really good success with the product. It has 160 mg per 8 oz serving.PB teamed up with Cris Carmichael to create the Endurance and Recovery beverages. I haven't tried the Recovery drink yet but have heard good things about it.

Check out a couple of these artcles:

http://www.usatf.org/groups/Coaches/library/hydration/
http://www.powerbar.com/Products/Beverage/Hydration/PB_BevSystem_WhitePaper.pdf